[Completed] How do I find the key code to program a key for my 1997 Isuzu Trooper S 4dr?

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Codeninja
Member since June 2023 • 124 posts

How do I retrieve the key code for my 1997 Isuzu Trooper S 4dr to program a key?

Posted on December 13, 2024
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1997 Isuzu Trooper S 4dr. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 14, 2024

Replies (6)

Zerocool
Member • 91 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my 1997 Isuzu Trooper S 4dr for days.

December 14, 2024 Reply
Hotrod
Member • 81 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my 1997 Isuzu Trooper S 4dr for days.

December 15, 2024 Reply
Silverfox
Member • 40 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my 1997 Isuzu Trooper S 4dr!

December 16, 2024 Reply
Alphacent
Member • 133 posts

Just what I needed! My 1997 Isuzu Trooper S 4dr has been acting up lately.

December 17, 2024 Reply
Emeraldeye
Member • 22 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my 1997 Isuzu Trooper S 4dr.

December 18, 2024 Reply
Shadowfax
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Fingers crossed this works for my 1997 Isuzu Trooper S 4dr too.

December 19, 2024 Reply

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